You have a network of ten computers connected to a single switch that has 12 ports. You need to add six more computers to the network so you add a second switch by connecting it to the first switch by way of a network cable. What network topology is now used?

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Juliette Peterson

12 July, 16:56

You have a network of ten computers connected to a single switch that has 12 ports. You need to add six more computers to the network so you add a second switch by connecting it to the first switch by way of a network cable. What network topology is now used?

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Jean Wright · Answer 1

star-bus

Explanation:

A Star-bus is a design connected with each node directly with the central network, the switch manages all the functions, and acts like repeater and data flow.

There are some advantages and disadvantages.

Advantage

Easy to develop. Easy to detect faults.

Disadvantage

It needs a lot of cable. If the switch fault everything fault Expensive to make.